Flexitanks: Bulk Liquid Transport – Up to 24,000 Liters
Cost-Effective Alternative to ISO Tanks & Drums – Food-Grade Multi-Layer PE Bladder in 20ft Containers
Flexitanks Overview
Flexitanks are large, single-use flexible bladders designed to fit inside standard 20-foot shipping containers, converting them into bulk liquid transport vessels with capacities up to 24,000 liters. They are a highly cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative to ISO tanks, drums, and IBC totes for transporting non-hazardous liquids.
Product Features
Ultra-Large Capacity
16,000-24,000 liters in 20ft container. Replaces up to 96 steel drums. Dramatically reduces packaging costs.
Food-Grade Safety
FDA/EU-compliant multi-layer PE film. Odorless and non-toxic. For edible oil, juice, wine, syrup.
Robust Construction
3-5 layer co-extruded PE inner bladder + woven PP outer sleeve. Puncture resistance and structural integrity.
Quick Installation
Pre-assembled design. Installation in 20-30 minutes with standard container handling equipment.
Valve Options
2-inch/3-inch ball valves, butterfly valves, quick-connect couplings, and air vents available.
Single-Use Hygiene
Eliminates cross-contamination risks and cleaning costs associated with reusable tank containers.
Technical Parameters
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 16,000 L / 18,000 L / 20,000 L / 24,000 L (customizable) |
| Container Fit | 20ft standard container |
| Inner Bladder | Multi-layer co-extruded PE (3-5 layers), FDA/EU compliant |
| Outer Sleeve | Woven PP fabric (140-180 g/m²) |
| Film Thickness | 120 – 200 µm (total bladder) |
| Valves | 2-inch / 3-inch ball valve or butterfly valve with camlock fitting |
| Pressure Test | 1.5x working pressure, 30-minute hold |
| Top Load Test | 6 tons static load without rupture |
| Temperature Range | -20°C to +60°C |
| Certification | FDA / COA / ISO 9001 / AAR (rail transport, optional) |
Typical Applications
- Edible oils: palm, soybean, sunflower, olive
- Fruit juice concentrates and wine
- Liquid sugar, syrup, glycerin
- Lubricants, base oils, liquid detergents
- Liquid fertilizers and non-hazardous chemicals
Get Your Flexitank Solution
Reduce your bulk liquid shipping costs by up to 60% compared to drums.